What does Itsuki mean?
Itsuki is commonly written with a kanji meaning “tree” or “timber.”
What does Tsubasa mean?
Tsubasa is the Japanese word for “wing.”
Itsuki vs Tsubasa
Which is more popular?
Itsuki and Tsubasa are given to a similar number of US babies today.
| Itsuki | Tsubasa | |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Tree, timber | Wing |
| Origin | Japanese | Japanese |
| Gender | Boy | Boy |
| Pronunciation | EET-soo-kee | tsoo-BAH-sah |
| Syllables | 3 | 3 |
| First appeared | 2007 | 1997 |
| Peak year | 2013 (13) | 1997 (9) |
| In 2025 | 0 | 0 |
| Trend | Declining | Declining |
Popularity over time, 1880–2025
Itsuki
Tsubasa
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Births by decade
| Decade | Itsuki | Tsubasa |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | 0 |
| 2010s | 47 | 0 |
| 2000s | 5 | 17 |
| 1990s | 0 | 22 |
Frequently asked questions
Is Itsuki or Tsubasa more popular?
Itsuki and Tsubasa are given to a similar number of US babies today.
What is the difference between Itsuki and Tsubasa?
Itsuki means Tree, timber (Japanese origin), while Tsubasa means Wing (Japanese origin).
Which name is older, Itsuki or Tsubasa?
In US records, Itsuki first appears in 2007 and Tsubasa in 1997, so Tsubasa has the longer recorded history.